I was just wondering what other Casse players thought about the traits and retinue FMs get while training at the Dark Island. I send all my FMs there as soon as they come of age or marry into the family and the results have been outstanding, more than one guy was sent there as an absolute duffer with no discernable abilities and all have come out fit to at least govern a small settlement. Every one has gained at least three excellent retinue members and a pile of great traits, the trait for completing is pretty useful too. I was under the impression it was possible to fail the training, like the Spartan Agoge, but even my most pointless candidate has passed so far.
Anyway, not complaining here, just slightly surprised at the difference it has made to my game (I originally only sent FMs there as a roleplaying thing) and curious if everybody gets such great results.